JOB DESCRIPTION

NATURE & SCOPE

Provides personal care to residents as required by State Regulations, as outlined in the resident s plan of care, educational and certification standards and as defined through Meridian Senior Living policy and training.

This job description is developed for both NC Certified Personal Care Aides and Certified Nursing Assistants.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

* Successfully complete training as required or accepted by State regulations.

* Must be 18 years of age or older.

* Ability to read, write and speak English.

* Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public.

* Be familiar with the Adult Care Home Residents Bill of Rights and be willing to assist residents in exercising their rights.

* Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly and understand that for each resident the facility is considered the Resident s home.

* Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual.

* Must be honest, ethical, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.